The following article may be helpful to school counselors. It describes common child reactions and what educators can do to help children in various age groups.
"Since children’s worries often interfere with their learning, it is helpful to understand their concerns. I asked 320 third graders to list one or two things they think about when they can not sleep. The results indicate that children today are anxious about the following..."
I made this petition at Whitehouse.gov because I feel that now more than ever, counselors (and not guns) are needed in schools. If you agree, please sign it and pass it on! If not, I'm sorry to have bothered you! Thank you and happy holidays.
JeanI bookmarked it to go back to sign later. I didn't know that there are schools that don't have any counselors in them Wow! With all the things that affect our kids, they definitely need this resource! -Jean
"From the nationally publicized shootings, to the frequently occurring weapons and assault charges, to the widespread bullying epidemic, and vandalism, schools have angry, hostile, frustrated students who have vengeance and retaliation as their underlying motivation."
Dr. Robert Rose, author of Abuses of Power in Education; Challenging Practically Everything (Outskirts Press, 2008), shares insight gained during his radio show dialogue with Dr.Howard Seeman, as they explored their belief in the importance of assertiveness in teachers.
From "Are You Suffering From Hostile Intention Attribution Bias?" to international test score comparison, to history teachers closing the textbooks and trivia fun, there's something for everyone!
Teachers.Net GazetteFrom "Are You Suffering From Hostile Intention Attribution Bias?" to international test score comparison, to history teachers closing the textbooks and trivia fun, there's something for everyone!
I just took a position as a high school counselor and while the space is beautiful, there is nothing in the way of resources, educational materials, etc. I was wondering if anyone has any suggestions or links to get materials or what I should focus on putting out in the waiting room.
Jill On 1/17/13, Karen wrote: > I just took a position as a high school counselor and while > the space is beautiful, there is nothing in the way of > resources, educational materials, etc. I was wondering if > anyone has any suggestions or links to get materials or > what I should focus on putting out in the waiting room.